2003 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
